we spent $3600 and are completely dry finally. >> reporter: liz crenshaw news 4. >> liz also says those expensive inside fixes like french drains and pumps will in many cases dry out your basement but experts say keeping the water out in the first place is a much better fix. for more on ways to prevent wet basements and read reviews of basement water proofing companies visit our website nbc washington.com and search wet basement. >>> the "today" show is up next here on nbc 4. let's find out what they're working on. >> lester holt joins us live from new york. good morning. >> good morning. we're talking about what you are. everyone is talking about the weather and that storm. sandy is taking aim of course for the mid-atlantic and heading up our way as well. al roker is in the path of the storm and will let us know how bad it's going to be and when it is going to hit. also we're live in the presidential campaign trail with the race razor tight and election day ten days away. we'll find out how the weather is affecting campaign plans down the wire. also at one time adult film star turned p